Unit 7: Westward Expansion Flashcards
1
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Oregon Territory
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Was an area of land the U.S. and Britain were fighting for. They decided on the 49th parallel.
2
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Texas annexation
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Texas became independent from Mexico, and Texas wanted to be with the U.S. for economic opportunities.
3
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Manifest Destiny
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the belief to expand westward to the pacific ocean.
4
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The U.S. and Mexican War
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A part of land that the U.S. and Mexico fought for. This is also known a the Mexican Cession.
5
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California Gold
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Gold was founded in 1848. This made many come to California to find gold.
6
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Louisiana Purchase
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Doubled the size of the U.S.
7
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Gadsden Purchase
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For southern transportation use.
